Ex-Cultist Exposes Two-by-Two’s Sinister Secrets: From Book Burnings to Child Abuse!

In her recent episode of "Relatable," <a rel="nofollow" href="https://get.blazetv.com/allie/?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=theblaze-smartlink" target="_blank">Ally Beth Stucky</a> welcomed author and ex-cult member Elizabeth Coleman. Elizabeth recounted her upbringing in a nameless cult with no identifiable presence.

Three decades ago, Coleman departed from the International Group, as some former members refer to it as "2 x twos," sharing not just the fear she endured but also how she genuinely came to know Christ.

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The cult asserts that it is the sole avenue to Christ, claiming that all other Christian denominations are literally demonic.

"We attended secular schools because we were intensely conditioned to be wary of other Christians and churches," she states to Ally. "All other churches were openly called the devil and fake congregations, which made me genuinely fearful of other Christians and their churches."

Promoting the belief that two faiths represent the only route to salvation is the idea that it is "the only church that had not been started by an individual." [it] returned to its previous apostle. ”

However, examining the origins of the cult quickly punctures its claims. A Scottish-born Irish evangelist named William Irvine founded the group in Ireland during the late 1800s. He posited that the missionary structure, twice (hence the cult’s name) mentioned in certain Gospels, held the "epiphany" that was the "plan of Jesus throughout history."

"He came to believe that he was the chosen man resurrected by God to realign the true path on earth," Coleman explains.

Irvine was ultimately excommunicated from the group. Other members took significant measures to erase him from history, attempting to destroy all records of his correspondence. As the faith spread globally, church planters acted as though he never existed.

Later in the 1980s, a man named Doug Parker, who was meant to join the ministry, engaged in a discussion with a prominent cult member regarding plans for a family trip to Ireland. They seemed concerned he might disclose the cult's origins and Irvine’s involvement. Sensing danger, he delved deep into researching the cult, uncovered Irvine's role, and self-published a book titled "The Secret Sect" that exposed their beliefs.

The cult reacted to Parker's revelations by prohibiting members from reading the book. They instructed members to purchase copies to burn them, ensuring even non-cult members could not access it.

Yet, as always, the truth surfaced.

Since then, a documentary has emerged about the two faiths, featuring testimonies from former members like Coleman sharing their narratives.

Coleman contends that, according to cult teachings, the ministers or "workers" (single preachers traveling in pairs) view themselves as "intermediaries" between individuals and Jesus. Thus, obedience to their directives is crucial. The laws they impose may appear arbitrary but are to be followed rigorously.

"Women were prohibited from cutting their hair" or "wearing makeup and jewelry." Some guidelines included: "No television, no recorded music, no sports. Occasionally we would watch or play."

For some unexplainable reason, I couldn’t miss a church gathering. Coleman recounts a story of a boy who passed away from appendicitis as his parents chose to attend a meeting instead of addressing his severe stomach pain.

"Workers," who were not allowed to possess homes or belongings, traveled among various 2 x two communities and resided with different families of followers.

"They held absolute authority over our lives, so they would call and say, 'We’re arriving on Wednesday. We’ll be staying three nights.' You didn’t argue," Coleman recalls.

Literally "questioning" the rules, the Bible, or the conduct of the workers, etc. - "It was considered one of the gravest offenses possible."

After her departure from the cult, she learned about allegations of sexual abuse against many of the workers.

Two years ago, it was revealed that "one of the most esteemed supervising workers was discovered deceased in a motel room." He "possessed a credit card" and "had engaged with multiple sexual partners, including minors, for an extended period." Subsequent to this, several female workers came forward and admitted they too had been abused by him.

The scandal "unlocked a floodgate to the pervasive issues within the group," Coleman notes.

"Dozens, then hundreds, then thousands, and last year, the FBI initiated a comprehensive investigation into the group, as abused workers frequently relocate across states and throughout the nation to reoffend elsewhere, attempting to conceal their actions in different locales.

However, the exposure of long-standing corruption within the two faiths, thanks to social media and streaming platforms, "they are beginning to gain acknowledgment for the first time on a global scale."

Tune in to the episode above to hear more about Coleman’s journey, including the unconventional way she met her husband, her escape from the cult, and her genuine faith in Jesus Christ.

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